Certain passenger vehicles, pickup trucks and sport utility vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of FMVSS no. 225, "child restraint anchorage systems." some of the owner's manuals for these vehicles are missing instructions that provide a step-by-step procedure, including diagrams, for properly attaching a child restraint system's tether strap to the tether anchorage.

Consequence Summary:

In the event of a crash, the child seat may not be properly attached increasing the risk of injury to the child.

Power steering fluid leakage in the presence of an ignition source can result in an under hood fire.

Corrective Summary:

Dealers will inspect and relocate, or replace as necessary, the power steering hose and confirm torque of the hose fastener at the steering gear end. The manufacturer has not yet provided an owner notification schedule. Owners should contact Daimler Chrysler at 1-800-853-1408.